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anteliaisuus — meaning in English

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English meaning

  • benevolence noun A kind and generous disposition; the wish to do good for others.
  • courtesy noun Polite, respectful behavior toward others.
  • Dana name A unisex given name, used for both men and women in English-speaking countries.
  • generosity noun Willingness to give freely, whether money, time, or help, without expecting anything back.

Senses

anteliaisuus is used for these senses in English:

  • benevolence (uncountable) Charitable kindness.
  • courtesy (uncountable) Willingness or generosity in providing something needed.
  • dana The virtue of generosity or giving, a form of alms, in Indian philosophy.
  • generosity (uncountable) The trait of being willing to donate money, resources, or time.
  • generosity (countable) A generous act.
  • largesse Often preceded by do, give, or make: the generous or liberal giving of gifts or money, especially by someone of high standing on a special occasion; also, excessive or wasteful giving.
  • largesse The trait of being willing to donate money, resources, or time; generosity, liberality.
  • munificence The quality of being munificent; generosity.

courtesy — full definition

  1. noun Polite, respectful behavior toward others.
  2. adj Given free of charge, or done as a polite gesture rather than an obligation.

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